Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung EX2F

The following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively similar but the LS5 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The LS5 was announced 17 months earlier than the EX2F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the LS5 matches up vs the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LS5 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LS5 and Samsung EX2F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the LS5 against the EX2F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and EX2F is 94 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the LS5 and EX2F.

Plainly, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LS5 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LS5 will offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged LS5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.